Varanasi records massive tourism boom - TravelBiz Monitor: India travel news, travel trends, tourism

Varanasi Sees Record Tourism Boom in 2025

Varanasi, India one of the world’s oldest living cities, had a standout year in 2025, welcoming a record 7.26 crore visitors. This sharp rise in arrivals has placed the sacred Indian city firmly on the global travel map, especially for travelers drawn to spiritual and cultural tourism. The surge reflects more than just curiosity, it shows how Varanasi is successfully blending its deep-rooted traditions with modern improvements, making the city e…

Varanasi records massive tourism boom - TravelBiz Monitor: India travel news, travel trends, tourism

Varanasi witnessed an unprecedented tourism surge in 2025, attracting a record 7.26 crore visitors, according to data released by the Uttar Pradesh government. This historic figure firmly positions the ancient city as one of the world’s leading spiritual tourism destinations. The sharp rise in footfall reflects a strong revival and expansion of faith-based, cultural, and spiritual tourism. Pilgrims and tourists from across India and abroad visit…